Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 26500 £, while the Mercedes C-Class Wagon costs 42400 £. That’s a price difference of around 15965 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes C-Class Wagon manages with 0.40 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer with 2.30 L. The difference is about 1.90 L per 100 km.
As for range, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer performs clearly better – achieving up to 413 km, about 301 km more than the Mercedes C-Class Wagon.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon has a clearly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 455 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer takes 7.60 s. That’s about 4.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon performs a bit better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer tops out at 235 km/h. The difference is around 45 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes C-Class Wagon pulls decisively stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 660 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
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In curb weight, Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is distinct lighter – 1394 kg compared to 1755 kg. The difference is around 361 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer offers slightly more room – 597 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 107 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer performs barely noticeable better – up to 1634 L, which is about 124 L more than the Mercedes C-Class Wagon.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes C-Class Wagon to a small extent takes the win – 565 kg compared to 497 kg. That’s a difference of about 68 kg.
The Mercedes C-Class Wagon proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes C-Class Wagon is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The Mercedes C-Class wagon dresses Mercedes refinement in a sensible, practical package, marrying a sleek estate silhouette with a plush, high-quality cabin that feels more premium than its badge implies. It quietly soaks up motorway miles and cartloads of family kit with composed handling and effortless comfort — a clever alternative to an SUV for buyers who still like to steer.
detailsThe Opel Astra Sports Tourer blends family-friendly practicality with a sleek, grown-up wagon silhouette that manages to be both useful and unexpectedly stylish. It’s an easy car to live with — comfortable, well put together and clever with space — a sensible choice for buyers who want everyday versatility without fuss.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
42400 - 115300 £
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Price
26500 - 41800 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 9 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 6.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.60 kWh
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Electric Range
11 - 112 km
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Electric Range
81 - 413 km
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Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
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Battery Capacity
51 kWh
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co2
11 - 206 g/km
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co2
0 - 137 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1755 - 2235 kg
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Curb weight
1394 - 1760 kg
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Trunk capacity
360 - 490 L
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Trunk capacity
516 - 597 L
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Length
4751 - 4842 mm
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Length
4642 mm
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Width
1820 - 1900 mm
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Width
1860 mm
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Height
1454 - 1494 mm
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Height
1443 - 1481 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1375 - 1510 L
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Max trunk capacity
1553 - 1634 L
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Payload
440 - 565 kg
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Payload
413 - 497 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
186 - 680 HP
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Power HP
130 - 225 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 11 s
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Max Speed
226 - 280 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 235 km/h
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Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
137 - 500 kW
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Power kW
96 - 165 kW
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Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A, C, B
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Vauxhall
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The Mercedes C-Class Wagon is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.